Cycling Hokkaido

Martin Langford
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There are so many amazing things to see out there. What better way to see them than on a bicycle? Come along with me and let's see what we can find.

  1. Ep.129 The 76th Sapporo Snow Festival

    5D AGO

    Ep.129 The 76th Sapporo Snow Festival

    The 76th Sapporo Snow Festival was excellent. I love that event and this year it did NOT disappoint. The sculptures were stunning, and I ended up learning more than I expected, from the Jomon era to the history behind Aizu Tsuruga Castle. These days the festival feels more like a rock concert than ever, crowded, loud, and full of energy. In this episode of the Cycling Hokkaido podcast, I take you through the highlights, share what surprised me most, and throw in a few anecdotes that might have you shaking your head. Cycling Hokkaido podcast Instagram page..... www..instagram.com/cycling.hokkaido.podcast/ Aizu Tsuruga Castle YouTube video..... https://youtu.be/HMY60fXzMAQ?si=cPJrjs9nQGUE66kh Ep.3 Jomon Era Stone Circles in Hokkaido https://open.spotify.com/episode/3pb1kSSNEH8HFVayf4LqhM?si=pmxaMnt3Q2GRHJ7LYsUs1Q Ep.32 Kiusu Earthwork Burial Circles https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GGSrbVGDMdNuKURBOqGm1?si=ThTyqZyyRtWAw_xs1fUxGw

    26 min

  2. FEB 5

    Ep.128 Sapporo Chaos to Asahikawa Chill

    That was one wild ride. Heavy snow slammed Hokkaido and travel turned into chaos - especially at Sapporo Station, where cancellations and delays were everywhere. Somehow I still made it to Asahikawa in time for work...and found a much calmer, delicious side of the city waiting there. In this episode: ...surviving Sapporo Starion during major snow disruptions ...winter travel realities in Hokkaido ...food, atmosphere, and impressions of Asahikawa Cycling Hokkaido Instagram page.... www.instagram.com/cycling.hokkaido.podcast/ Hokkaido is beautiful but sometimes that beauty bites! Air Bike Tours Instagram page.... www.instagram.com/airbiketours/ Ep.2 Kamui Kotan....... https://open.spotify.com/episode/62xkxm1TYezSV1jeaRFtV7?si=WgZLikczQ6GGIhhyi317wg&context=spotify%3Ashow%3A6y20TkPg3B02gyfcZBZ473

    28 min

  3. JAN 29

    Ep.127 Snowmageddon

    One of the wildest weekends, came at the hands of the biggest snowstorm in 21 years here in Hokkaido. Here in Ishikari we had two 50+cm snow days in four days, but the 54cm snow day that rocked Sapporo disrupted everything. JR was shut down, buses stopped running, schools closed, people were forced to camp overnight in the airport and underground shopping malls. It's been a wild week here in Sapporo. I suppose the snowiest January in 2 decades will do that. Wherever you are, I hope you managed to stay safe and warm, and have been able to enjoy your Hokkaido vacation. You can see all the pictures and videos on the Cycling Hokkaido podcast Instagram page at..... www.instagram.com/cycling.hokkaido.podcast/

    25 min

  4. JAN 22

    Ep.126 Peak Eating, Not Peak Riding

    In this episode, Marty dives into the Sapporo Snow Festival as it kicks off—then takes a delicious detour into where to find great cheese in Sapporo. He also explores the glory that is Japanese department store basement food floors, from fresh sushi and smoothies to pyramid-shaped watermelons and croissants. There’s also a quick update on life up here in Hokkaido, and how we’re staying active through the winter months. If you like what you hear, hit subscribe, leave a comment, and share the episode with your friends. Want more on the history of the Sapporo Snow Festival? Check out Ep.24 of the Cycling Hokkaido podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0l13YkP9zYhxV43sely?si=pvxK1aldQ8aFlTUbWLNbww&t=212 The Cycling Hokkaido Instagram page..... www.instagram.com/cycling.hokkaido.podcast/

    18 min

  5. JAN 15

    Ep.125 I'm Still on My Way

    In life we are all still on our way. Some of the rides we do are such perfect metaphors for life. This episode has some things that I hope resonate with you all. This week Hokkaido sure is playing hardball, eh? Cycling Hokkaido Podcast Instagram page..... www.instagram.com/cycling.hokkaido.podcast//

    20 min

  6. JAN 8

    Ep.124 Off Base: Another Holiday in Thailand

    So last year, our New Year's holiday in Thailand was pretty much destroyed by mechanical problems, this year the holiday was awesome! Bangkok and Koh Phangan are amazing places. In Bangkok we saw some beautiful places and ate some excellent food. On Koh Phangan we chilled out during the day and partied like New Year's deserves. Not only that but there was a lot of life lessons learned along the way. As always, I hope you enjoy and find value in this episode of the Cycling Hokkaido podcast. Ep.71 Happy New Year: Koh Samui, Thailand https://open.spotify.com/episode/3YYnPn39Gx4SqUQwJdOkoq?si=cQJDuYiGTYW6GWWBsOXzlA Cycling Hokkaido podcast Instagram...... www.instagram.com/cycling.hokkaido.podcast/

    32 min

  7. JAN 1

    Ep.123 Rolling Into 2026

    Happy New Year!! Up here in Hokkaido New Year's is a bit different than in other places in Japan. The feasting goes on for a few days and starts on December 31st. In much of the rest of Japan, people don't start chowing down until January 1st. In this episode of the Cycling Hokkaido podcast I give you a little glimpse into how New Year's is celebrated up here —what people eat and what they do. I hope you enjoy Ep.123 Rolling Into 2026. Cycling Hokkaido podcast Instagram account...... www.instagram.com/cycling.hokkaido.podcast/

    23 min

  8. 12/25/2025

    Ep.122 What I Learned in 2025

    2025 was a great year, eh! New places were explored, new limits were tested, and I got to meet a whole lot of excellent new people. This year also gave me a much greater appreciation for Ainu culture and history and Hokkaido's history in general. All of that adds so much more meaning to the rides. Through all the rain and over all the hills, it's all of you that keeps me going. Thank you! And folks, I look forward to meeting a whole lot more of you in 2026! Cycling Hokkaido podcast...... www.instagram.com/cycling.hokkaido.podcast/

    19 min
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There are so many amazing things to see out there. What better way to see them than on a bicycle? Come along with me and let's see what we can find.

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  • Creator
    Martin Langford
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    129
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Martin Langford
  • Show Website
    Cycling Hokkaido